Inherited & Acquired Traits

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What are inherited traits?

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Inherited traits are characteristics or features that are passed down from parents to their offspring through genes. Examples include eye color, hair color, and certain behaviors.

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What are acquired traits?

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Acquired traits are characteristics that are gained or learned during an organism's life due to environmental influences or experiences. Examples include a dog learning to sit or a plant growing towards light.

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What is an example of inherited behavior in animals?

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An example of inherited behavior is a bird instinctively knowing how to build a nest.

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What is an example of learned behavior in animals?

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An example of learned behavior is a dog learning to fetch a ball after being trained by its owner.

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How do plants show inherited traits?

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Plants show inherited traits through characteristics like height, leaf shape, and flower color, which are determined by their genetic makeup.

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What is the difference between inherited and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits are genetic and passed from parents to offspring, while acquired traits are learned or developed through experience.

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Can behaviors be inherited?

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Yes, some behaviors can be inherited, such as migration patterns in birds or instinctual responses in animals.

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What is an example of a plant exhibiting an inherited trait?

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An example is a sunflower growing tall, which is an inherited trait determined by its genetics.

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What role do genes play in inherited traits?

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Genes are the units of heredity that carry information from parents to offspring, determining inherited traits.

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What is an example of an acquired trait in humans?

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An example of an acquired trait in humans is the ability to speak a language, which is learned through experience.